Best linux distribution for an old laptop?

What is the best linux distribution for an old laptop - pentium III , 1000Mhz 256Mb Ram? Additionally which would have the best out of the box support for a belkin n1 card or a netgear wg511v3? I have looked into the 'mini' distros and I am interested in these but do not have the option of a USB boot.

You have probably found the distro you wish to use by now, but if you hadn't I'll add my two cents. I would recommend installing Lubuntu a varient of Ubuntu which uses LXDE for it's desktop. It only requires 128 ram and Pentium II processor. Or you could try Xubuntu.

I have tried like 20 or so different linux distros, most had some problem or an other.My first test is when I try it live, is the wireless card. The distro has to set it up for me, so literary my only job is to type in...